Don Mason hospitalized

Looks like Don's not working tonight

Oh no..any more info?

You are going to have to leave those Nurses alone....Get better "Don", You have a lot of people rooting for you !!!!!

Had a episode of Ventricular Tachycardia. Only way to restore normal heart beat was shock. Dang that hurt a LOT. Waiting on test results. Will try meds to prevent recurrence but may need fibrulator. More tomorrow.

Wow Don! Glenda and I sure are pulling for you. We wish you well and hope the docs figure it out for you.

Deane

Yes, get well soon Don.

Earl

Prefer seeing you behind the PA4X Don, hope you get well real soon and listen to the doctor rather than looking at the nurses!!

warm regards,
John

Get wel soon Don

Get well soon and stay healthy Don.

Get well soon Don

Hi Don, not your best profile, but can only improve.
I want you back on track soon and hear you do "we Must be loving Right".

Ray

Don,

Wishing you the best for a speedy recovery.

Get well Don. You have my permission to look at the nurses. It will get your heart beating strong. We need you here

Best wishes
Mel

Get well soon.

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Wishing you the very best. Get well soon.

chas

Best wishes Don!

Get well soon and back to making people happy with your music.

Don, you are in our prayers for a speedy and full recovery ...
God Bless

Get well soon Don we are praying for you. Cal

Don,
Best wishes for you...hope your doing better...get well, so you can play that board....

Dang, Don:

That scares the living daylights out of me. Here's hoping and praying you get this under control soon. A pacemaker is not the end of the world... if it does the job properly. My brother, Roger... up at Caddo Lake had one for nearly twenty years.

All my best, ----Dave Rice

Oh Good Lord! How are you doing Don?

Get well and rockin' soon, Don.

Get well real soon good buddy I'm rootin' for ya BIG TIME!!

Looks like he's humming "Release Me" so he can get back to playing, fishing, and golfing.

Get well soon !!!

Jerryghr

Hope you're back to doing what you love real soon.

I'm not coming down to Bossier City and filling in for you while you recover, nope, nada, unh unh! Be careful, Don, V-tach is very dangerous.

Gary

Don,

Wishing you a speedy recovery.

Ron, in Vero Beach Florida

Praying for you Don, my friend.
You're healed!

Don....
So glad you caught it in time. Rest easy.
Eddie

Hopefully the worst part of this will be getting those damn EKG stickers off ... A person could make millions if they could develop a way to make those things easy (painless) to come off ...

Don my thoughts & prayers are with you! Sorry this happened.
You're a true gentleman and a credit to this community, get well soon!!

I don't post very often but I wish you a very speedy recovery Don .... You are the Godfather of this forum.

Thanks so much! It is great to know you are thinking of me.
Tony after that shock the EKG stickers are a piece of cake!
Everything looks good for now. Waiting on results didof Echo.
Dr said it was unbelievable that I walked in on my own.
He said that I easily could have died. They didn't even take the time to sedate me before the shock. Did I mention it was uncomfortable?

Get well soon, Don...you were fortunate.

I am glad you are okay.

Ian of the North

Ian genos?

We're all pulling for you, bud ... but please, NO MORE hospital pics! That's not public viewing.

Wow ... So thankful nothing worse happened ...

Don age brings warnings – please take good care of yourself.
It does sounds like you are coming through this one; thank God.

Don you are a winner – I know this by your manner; and by the many responses posted here. I believe no matter what your future holds; back to great health, walk with a limp, or a heavy cough, WHATEVER, you will raise to the top because you are a winner.

A speedy recovery, good health, and may you gain more of life’s wisdom as you come through, John C.

PS, Hey if you want to borrow my MKA for your next job -- it only weighs 9 pounds (smile)

Don,

From our family to yours .... wishing you a speedy recovery. Working on 'our' version of 'I'm not Lucy' which you inspired!

Thanks

AJ

Hey, none of this I could have dies crap! You didn’t and you are here on Synth Zone. It’s just your time to learn.
John C.

PS, in case somethings happens to you could you send me your Pa4x before you go, I sold mine and I miss it. aaaaaaaaaaaah – There goes my sick humor again.

I agree reading it would have definitely been enough...

thats said,.. again I say GET WELL SOON DON.....

Best wishes Don for a swift, painless, and lasting recovery! "This too shall pass"!

Don,

Amazing you walked into the hospital in your condition. This story is familiar a friend of mine was told the same thing by doctors at RI Hospital, they wondered how he ever drove himself to the ER and walked into the facility. He’s doing fine now. Hang in there.

Just talked with Don...he's stable and resting. They are testing him frequently and waiting for results carefully monitoring his heart. Might be in a day or so...he's in good spirits and thanx everyone for the well wishes..

Don, you are definitely a loved and treasured member of the Synthzone family. Do what the doc’s tell ya’ so we can get more insights from you ASAP!

God Bless,
jingleman

Don
Thinking of you got me to setup a registration bank for country-ish stuff on my Tyros, stuff I used to do when I was younger. Got several registrations and songs setup I hadn't before. So know you are an inspiration from your hospital bed....be well..

Maybe we can all learn a country song we don't know this week, for Don. Call it the Don Mason challenge. Any takers?

I talked with Don about an hour ago. He dodged the big bullet, and the docs have him on meds to stabilize his heart rate. If he remains stable through the night, they will likely send him home tomorrow on the new regiment of medications. If not, then the only other option is a Pacemaker/Defibrillator implant, which is usually very, very effective.

Keeping my finger crossed,

Gary

Thanks guys. I'm humbled to see all the great comments.Really tired tonight. You don't get any rest in a hospital. I wish someone had made a photo when they hit me with those paddles. 😂

Wishing you the best, and a speedy recovery

Duane

You probably looked like you were levitating ...

Don:
Bounce back as quickly as possible. Love those arranger guitar licks you post. As, I’m sure, you’re a LSU tiger fan, here’s wishing you the best from an Ole Miss rebel.

Goodness Don, please don’t scare us like that again. All the best, thinking of you. Get well soon, no if’s or but’s, just get better.

I don't think those are the type of photos and videos Donny keeps requesting.

Jerryghr

Not good. Heart Cath tomorrow. Pacemaker/defrib device implant Monday.

Hang in there and Godspeed Don--so thankful you got in to see the experts before anything worse transpired! Also thankfully, the technologies of pacemakers are well proven and have been around now for a long time. So YOU will be too! Just sayin'...

Keep us posted and hope you are back at the PA4X again 'post haste'!

Not good would be not having you here. Every procedure is daunting, but you'll be in better shape when you leave than when you walked in. And you'll be sticking around. That's good. Prayers will be coming from here.

Don, of course our prayers are with you, as well as with Susan and the family ... no doubt this is a most difficult time for all ...
A friend of our son had a pacemaker put in when he was about 40 years old ... he's about 51 now, and hasn't slowed down a bit ...
God Bless,

Good luck Don. We have been thinking about you.

Deane

Typical DonM....Always getting new gear.
You will put this gear to good use for years to come.
Good Luck. We're pulling for you.
Eddie

Don,
will you be in the Dallas area for the procedure? Let us know.

Deane

Don, I hope everything goes well. I'll be praying for you. Hang in there!

After talking with you last night, Don, I thought that would be the scenario. The good news is the pacemaker/defibrillators of today are extremely effective, the batteries usually last about 5 or more years, and they can be recharged externally, as I explained on the phone.

Good luck with the cardiac catheterization and don't mess with those young, cute, nurses for at least 24 hours after the procedure. After a day of recovery, go for it!

All the best,

Gary

Don,
Good luck with the procedures...I'm sure they will go well, they really have all that down now.
Oh Darn,......now they won't let you ride a motorcycle anymore!

Don ... don't let Susan see Gary's post or you will have MORE trouble ...

Yeah - for sure...then he'd need a "pacemaker" and a "peacemaker"! Just sayin'!

Good luck buddy I know you'll get thru this with flying colors.....praying for your speedy recovery!!!

Glad they figured things out quickly and you're on the mend. I had a business associate who damn near tanked. They put the stuff in you're getting and he is going strong (30 years ago!). Thinking of you and family. You'll be up and running soon!

The "Southern Gentleman" is in good hands and in the best place possible....... Just remember "Good things happen to Good people" and they don't get any more "gooder" then you ...........

As Dnj would say "Just sayin "

Best wishes and get well soon, Don!

Best wishes Don with this new procedure and I'm sure it will be a success.

Yamaha has made keyboards, guitars, home electronics, even motorcycles. Being a Korg guy, if Don's new gear is made by Yamaha, will he allow the doctors to put it in???

Yep, Don has always used whatever brand suited his needs best ... this could be made by Casio and he would accept it ... well, I THINK he would ...

The last ones I worked with were made by MedTronic, but that was a long time ago. At the time, they were in the process of miniaturizing them to something about the size of your little finger. The first ones were the size of a hockey puck.

Gary

Every morning this week I start my computer and check on two things. First and foremost is Don's condition and only after that I check on the news about the arrival of the PA1000. Don my friend I hope you are not doing too badly and that the pacemaker will have you up and running again behind the wheel, or rather the joy-stick , of your PA4X !!!

very best wishes,
John

John: Your sentiments regarding Mason and our daily routine are "spot on" as our British friends say. He is part of the mix of glue that holds the fabric of this Synth-Zone board together.

Even though the technology has improved on Pacemakers and the medical (operation) procedures are a "path well travelled"... there is always the chance that things might not go the way we desire. For that reason, I pray on Don's behalf.

Regarding his talent (as others have discussed)... Mason could make a Kazoo sound great... LOL! Thank you, John... for keeping him in your thoughts. ----Dave Rice

Best wishes for a speedy recovery as I’m sure the operation will go well.

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I had the heart cath this morning and the results were good. I will be in the hospital here until Monday morning, then be transferred to the Shreveport branch, which specializes in cardiac care for the implant procedure.
So far so good. Thanks for prayers and/or well wishes.

Just walked in from trip to Orlando, Don, so glad things are looking up. A good friend experienced the same thing, and, with a little lifestyle change, he's been fine for several years.

Take care of yourself! You're an important 1/2 of the "Mutt and Jeff" duo...not the most important part...that's the little guy...He..He!

R.

Good news, Don ... just keep on keepin' on ...
God Bless ...

Looks like you're just dodgin' one big bullet after another, old friend. Keep on duckin'!

Gary

Praying for you Don!

Adi

Good luck Don...

You can NEVER predict when you fall sick,
but you can ALWAYS bank on friends like US to be by your side.
Get well soon.

I talked with Don about an hour ago. His spirits are high, he has a lot of pretty nurses looking after him, and he's looking forward to getting the pacemaker implanted Monday so he can finally go home and enjoy some Cajun cooking.

Gary

Glad to hear Don is doing well and looking forward. I know he will be elated to put this experience behind him so he can get back to the things he enjoys.

I'm here guys, don't feel like posting much, but I appreciate the care and concern you have expressed. As the Budweiser commercial said, "I love you man!"

Take it easy Don ...A strong character like yourself will be back to your best soon.... Very best wishes.
John.

Just take your time, Don, and come back stronger for it. Ain't nobody here that ain't rootin' for ya.

Wishing you the best tomorrow. Prayers already spoken in your name today.

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Best wishes Don! My brother recently had a heart related operation that was successful. He had an irregular heart beat that made him almost lose consciousness when he stood up. A healthful diet and exercise are always beneficial if your doctor recommends it but "slow and easy" is par for the course after recovering from any surgery especially heart surgery.

PS: You don't look too happy in that photo but that new pacemaker should really make a difference and so hopefully you'll be back to your old self very soon.

All the best,

Mike

Thinking of you today Don....


John

+1

We are all backing you up !!!!!!!!!

Don- you have to feel good that you've inspired a 10 page thread on Synthzone, where nobody is saying who or what is better than the other, changing the subject, arguing, or telling bad jokes!

The only typical question to be asked is "When will you be posting the (surgical) video?

UPDATE:....

This is Susan (wife).. While nurses were putting in new IV don's blood pressure dropped too low. They have rescheduled the defibrillator procedure for this afternoon. He is feeling fine now..just a little bummed about the delay...

Still praying for all of them ...

I just talked with Susan, Don's implant went well this afternoon, he is on his way back to his room and will likely go home tomorrow. The docs tested the pacemaker/defibrillator and said the voltage was right where it should be, which is a good sign.

I'll probably talk with Don tomorrow and post his thoughts, or maybe he will do it himself, which would be even better.

All the best,

Gary

Good to hear the updates. Tx.

1 ARM TAPED DOWN TOO HARD TO TYPE FEEL GOOD
THANKS

Great to hear from you Don.

Don, that is a compression bandage. Be careful with this, and if you feel any numbness or tingling sensation below the bandage, call the nurse immediately and have it loosened a bit until those feelings go away. This is very, very important!

Gary

Thanks, Gary ... Give him our best ...

Hey Big Guy! Sounds like you're on the downhill side! good to hear. So kick back and take it slow and easy. Thoughts and prayers!

Don P and Emma Lee

get well soon Don your on your way to recovery!!

But like a wallpaper hanger, you could still play that keyboard well enough!

Welcome back !!!!!

Just got off the phone with Don, he's fine, but probably not going home till tomorrow. Nothing to do with his condition, though. The roads in Shreveport, LA are ice and snow covered today, the temperature is well below freezing, and the cardiologist has not been there to see him yet, and it is 1 p.m.. Don said Shreveport has essentially come to a standstill due to the weather. Hopefully, the roads will be defrosted by tomorrow and he can go home to some of Susan's Cajun cooking.

Gary

Thanks for the update Gary. Cal

That's good news. GREAT!

Wonder if he ate all of his jello...

That's really good news.

Made it home after all. A fair amount of pain and soreness. Nap time. Thanks all. I love you all.

Great news, Don.

Good job Don. Knew you’d pull through. Hope you heal quickly.

jingleman

Great news Don...

We LOVE you, man !!!

Now all you need is Susan to make you some good gumbo with Boudin Sasage and all the other fixins'

Stay healthy, old friend,

Gary

Great to have you back Don.

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They give you any good drugs to take at home? 😊

Glad to learn you're back home Don. Hope you have some peace and quiet and enjoy quality time with Susan.

all the best,
John

The "Southern Gentleman" is back !!!!!!!

Welcome back Don! Know you are elated that this is behind you! Take it easy over there and relax while this nasty weather loses its grip on the south!

Don:

It's amazing... the progress we've made in medicine... and I'm so glad you are back in the promised land.

All my best, ----Dave Rice

I'm home but it will take a while before I'm back.

I haven't been on the forum much, but I saw this a few days ago. Wishing you a quick recovery!

I know what it's like. I stepped on a roll of toilet paper, and they found soft tissue injuries.

Don, slow and steady wins the race ...
It's good that you are around ...

Don, Glad to see you recovering..........all I can add is “Easy Does It” and take it “one day at a time.”
Godspeed

Damnit, Mason. I go to the trouble to get sick on a trip, and you JUST HAD to do me one better!

You win, and I'm really hoping you get better, fast. My associate, George, had a pacemaker/defibrillator installed, and it worked GREAT.

Just wish I were healthier and closer.


Russ

Love it!

Thanks everyone. Had a rather rough night, mainly because one of the new medicines made me ITCH LIKE CRAZY!
I think I know which one and will get a different one.
Mostly napping and resting today. Want to avoid the pain pills if possible.
It's so cold I wouldn't be going out anyway. 11 degrees this morning! New record for this area this time of year. Hot water pipe frozen.
I'm starting to think that if I make it through all this, my wife will kill me anyway. What an angel I have there!

Don, glad to hear you're on the road to recovery. Get well asap.

Happy to hear you're home ... that's the first step to recovery. Just be sure to follow the directions the med people give you.

You sure it was the medicine? We warned you to stay away from those young nurses; Blue Ointment should help .

Glad you're on the mend.

chas

Glad you're home and on the mend. I had heart surgery a few years back and I never could have made it without my wife's help so they are indeed angels.

Wow Don, I am impressed. I have read through these posts twice and I can only repeat what I felt before you got sick --- you are special country boy deserving all the caring and love that you are here on S.Z.

Be well and come back stronger than before. I know that you will come back with a new understanding of life’s priorities; an understanding that will make your life better than before.
John C.

That was well said "John C"

Yes it was! Thanks.

All of the above

Good Morning, Don:

Be prepared for a "long siege!" The good news is "Mason is above ground"... and all of us who admire him so much are comforted by knowing that. Take baby-steps, exercise patience, enjoy every moment you possibly can. Eventually, full speed ahead... and there won't be any torpedoes!

All the best, ---Dave